Thank you so much for the beautiful oak serving board! We can’t wait to use it during the many dinner parties you’ll be invited to this winter. Looking forward to celebrating with you at our wedding!

For a kitchen gift you received before your wedding

How did you know we were dreaming of those crystal champagne flutes?! They’re by far the most beautiful glasses in our home and we’ve never felt fancier. You’ll have to come over soon so we can toast to you! So excited to see you in June.

For drinkware you received before your wedding

We had a blast dancing the night away with you at our wedding. We also can’t thank you enough for the espresso maker. Our mornings have never been brighter! We can’t wait to see you in Austin next month… all caffeinated up!

For a coffee gift you received after your wedding

Where have you been hiding those killer dance moves? Thank you so much for rocking out at our wedding. And we absolutely love our new cast iron skillet and cookbook! We’re already cooking up a storm. Hope to see you soon in New York!

For cookware you received after your wedding

Thank you so much for the beer-brewing kit! We hope to be sipping backyard IPAs with you in no time. We missed you at the wedding, but know you were there in spirit. Can’t wait to see you when we’re back from our honeymoon!

For a gift-giver who couldn’t come to your wedding

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A few recommended spots to eat, shop and explore on Gabriola Island.

Things To Do

Great coffee, house-made baked goods, soups, sandwiches and paninis. Veggie + gluten-free options too.

Mad Rona's Coffee Bar

Mediterranean flavours with West Coast flair. Wood-fired pizzas, Italian pasta dishes, seafood and grill. Lots of local beers, ciders and wines from around BC. Reservations recommended.

Woodfire Restaurant

These lovely folks are doing our wedding catering and they've just recently opened their new brick and mortar cafe location!

Ground Up Cafe and Catering

A casual restaurant and pub right on the water.

Surf Lodge and Pub

Small local grocery store to pick up any supplies you might need. If you're doing a bigger shop, you may want to stock up at a larger supermarket before arriving on Gabriola.

Nesters Food Market

This is the government-run liquor store on Gabriola (lower prices than private stores) if you want to pick up any beverages to enjoy.

BC Liquor Store Gabriola

Located in Gabriola Sands Provincial Park just south of the beach and picnic grounds. An amazing naturally sculpted overhanging of sandstone at the edge of the sea - like a frozen wave!

Malaspina Galleries (rock formation)

Drumbeg is close to the Lodge and has a 1 km-long sand and pebble beach with sandstone formations at low tide. Spot bald eagles and harbour seals and go tidepooling! There's also a grassy field, picnic tables and walking trails.

Drumbeg Provincial Park

Short walking trail through the woods to a picnic area overlooking a sandy beach. Nice place to swim! At low tide, you can walk down the beach to see a prehistoric petroglyph carved into the sandstone.